registered nurse resume example with 13+ years of experience
Jessica
Claire
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(555) 432-1000,
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Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with over 12 years of experience in delivering comprehensive patient care. Advanced skill working with diverse patient populations. Demonstrated ability to foster relationships and coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Skills
Unit administration
Medical screening
Patient monitoring
Resource Allocation
Acute and rehabilitative care
Family and patient support
Intake and discharge
Gastroenteral nutrition education
ELNEC training (End-Of-Life-Care)
Inpatient and outpatient care
Changing tracheostomies
Body mechanics knowledge
Culturally-sensitive care
Life-sustaining machines
Palliative and Pain Management
Documenting vitals
Vascular care understanding
Patient discharging
Coordinating referrals
Seizure management
Medical assessment
Maintaining feeding pumps
Nursing staff leadership
Follow-up calls
Diabetes management
Home visits
Electronic Health Records Management
Immunization skills
Patient education and counseling
Nursing Plan Development
Direct and Indirect Patient Care
Emotional awareness
Patient care planning
Medication and IV administration
IV and venipuncture certified
Culturally sensitive
Patient Management
Staff Development and Precepting
IV drug therapy management
Strong medical ethic
Geriatric treatment knowledge
Infectious disease control
Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
Colostomy care familiarity
Diagnostic tools experience
Gastrostomy tube care
Patient relations
Tracheostomy care
Education and Training
University of Arkansas At Little RockLittle Rock, ARExpected in 05/2009 ā āAssociate of Science:Nursing - GPA:
Arkansas State UniversityState University, ARExpected in 06/2022 ā āBachelor of Science:Nursing - GPA:
University of Central ArkansasConway, ARExpected in ā ā:Core Requirements - GPA:
Pulaski Technical CollegeNorth Little Rock, ARExpected in ā ā:Core Requirements - GPA:
Oak Grove High SchoolNorth Little Rock, AR, Expected in 05/1995 ā āHigh School Diploma: - GPA:
Experience
Carpenter Health Network - Registered Nurse New Orleans, LA, 11/2014 - Current
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Facilitated patient flow during emergency situations, directing evacuations, admissions and transfers.
Prepared for HIPAA and Joint Commission reviews
Conducted restraint audits according to organizational guidelines and generated reports for nursing leadership review and analysis.
Used feedback and clinical data to improve care quality and patient outcomes.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
Managed central, arterial and PICC lines.
Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Worked with management to identify and implement initiatives to increase nursing staff retention, morale and satisfaction.
Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Facilitated patient flow during emergency situations, directing evacuations, admissions and transfers.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of car
Managed central, arterial and PICC lines.
Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Community Blood Center & Community Tissue Services - Tissue Recovery Coordinator Fort Worth, TX, 02/2007 - 07/2009
Leveraged strong interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills to relate successfully to diverse individuals, including patients and staff, on daily basis.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Collected, documented and reviewed patient medical histories and relayed important factors to supervising clinicians.
Explained tissue/organ recovery process to families to reduce anxieties, enhance cooperation and facilitate smooth procedures.
Addressed issues noted during preliminary screenings with physician to provide important information and donation eligibility.
Accomplishments
Collaboration - Collaborated with physicians to plan and implement patient care.
Family Support - Educated families about procedures, treatment regimens, prevention and care.
Physician Support - Consistently praised by physicians for patient handling.
Patient Education - Educated patients about medical procedure steps, recovery measures and medication instructions.
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